Burton Thornley MacKenzie, Jr

This inventor holds 12 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: General Electric Company. Active years: 1976-1983.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Burton Thornley MacKenzie, Jr. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/burton-thornley-mackenzie-jr

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 12

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.4

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 193(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

12 out of 52,404

General Electric Company

patents

Years Active: 1976-1983

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12 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 4421890 - Fire retarding system for polymeric compositions, and a method and (1983-12-20),

2. 4132858 - Graded insulation cable construction, and method of overcoming stresses (1979-01-02),

3. 4085162 - Polyolefin with phosphorylated novolac and triallyl cyanurate (1978-04-18),

4. 4022945 - Electric conductor product having a flame resistant insulation (1977-05-10),

5. 4020214 - Method of making an insulated electrical conductor using pressureless (1977-04-26),

6. 4006283 - Preparation of di-tertiary butyl peroxide crosslink polyolefin materials (1977-02-01),

7. 4005254 - Pressureless cure system for chemically cross-linking ethylene (1977-01-25),

8. 3960739 - Method of stabilizing the dielectric strength of polyolefin polymers, (1976-06-01),

9. 3959558 - Pressureless curing system for chemically cross-linking (1976-05-25),

10. 3957719 - Method of heat treating an ethylene containing polymer electrical (1976-05-18),

11. 3946099 - Pressureless cure system for chemically cross-linking ethylene (1976-03-23),

12. 3936572 - Electric cable insulated with a corona resistant polyethylene (1976-02-03),

Title: Burton Thornley MacKenzie, Jr: Innovator in Fire Retardant Systems and Electrical Cable Technology

Introduction

Burton Thornley MacKenzie, Jr. is a distinguished inventor based in Monroe, CT (US), known for his significant contributions to fire retardant systems and electrical cable technology. With a total of 12 patents to his name, MacKenzie has made a lasting impact in his field.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations are a fire retarding system for polymeric compositions, which combines a halogen-containing hydrocarbon and an oxide of iron to enhance flame resistance. Additionally, he has developed an improved graded insulation cable construction that minimizes electrical stresses, ensuring better performance and safety in electrical applications.

Career Highlights

MacKenzie has spent a considerable part of his career at General Electric Company, where he has been instrumental in advancing technologies that address critical safety and efficiency challenges in electrical systems.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, MacKenzie has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Maurice Prober and Edward V Wilkus, contributing to a rich environment of innovation and teamwork.

Conclusion

Burton Thornley MacKenzie, Jr. continues to be a pivotal figure in the realm of inventions, with his work paving the way for safer and more efficient technologies in both fire retardant systems and electrical cable construction.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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